Chapter 172: The Man Left Behind

The day before the decisive battle, the Molecular Beast Workshop --

"Haha, it's really a 'talisman' with special significance, it deserves to be the 'supreme masterpiece' of the molecular beast, it really touches me."

Inside the small box was a delicate silver ring, the surface of which was engraved with words that belonged only to the digital world. Ryder smiled with satisfaction, although in his imagination, the spare guardian must be a more sci-fi and portable small device, it seems that he is still thinking too much, and the simple and primitive items are more conducive to camouflage.

"Such a delicate and beautiful ring must be perfect for wearing on the fingers of 'Miss'."

"The 'Dittre'sring' is the only 'test item' that combines the cloned data of 'Avalon' with the 'Runemancer', which can be automatically guarded by the wielder without anyone noticing, so that no one can perceive the power of the ring. Even space warps do not affect its ability to protect against them. If an enemy attacks are beyond their capacity, the ring will automatically shatter without harming the wielder itself. ”

Ignoring Ryder's teasing, the Vampire Beast simply elaborated on the abilities of Dietley's Ring.

"Oh~~ So the 'Absolute Shield' that can only come in handy in the final battle will become powerless as long as it is affected by the space distortion?"

Ryder quickly understood the meaning of the other party's words, the 'Absolute Shield' was not exactly useful, and no accident could be eliminated.

"The combination of 'Science' and 'Warlock' is a new challenge for the digital world, and the item to which 'Warlock' is attached cannot be mass-produced. Even if it were to be reproduced from the retained material, it would only take the same amount of time; Or do you want to make your selfish desires public and prolong the time you should have made good on your promises? ”

For the 'greed' of human beings, the vampire monster only faintly mocked Ryder. Even recreating the 'Ring of Dietley' will not be an easy task.

"Haha, I'm not a villain who doesn't believe in my word, vampire monsters."

Laughing at the Night Lord's taunt, the smile on Ryder's face remained the same.

"Letting my dear 'eldest lady' live is my most important 'last wish'. Besides, I believe in your strength, and everyone trusts their Digimon partners to protect them. ”

"Before that, you should have thought about the fate of those who are left behind, right? Ryder. Arnoor. ”

Then, there is the question about the 'human heart'.

Of course, I understand that the worst possible outcome could collapse, but I believe that she will not easily admit defeat in front of the harsh reality. As long as you live, there is hope. ”

Ryder replied very 'selfishly'.

"Mina. Albaria, even my best partner, is still an 'essential' human being, a grey being of 'good' and 'evil', and any reaction is in line with the normal behavior of a human being. ”

What kind of behavior will occur to those who are left behind, the vampire beast knows very well.

Even if it is a sacrifice, for her, selfish deception will not be forgiven by her. And the only one who survives will not forgive himself. ”

"The smart 'eldest lady' will definitely detect the truth immediately, haha It's really a bad situation, not only me, but also your relationship will be seriously affected because of this."

That's right, his selfish desires are directly implicated in the vampire beasts; Once Mina realizes the truth, she will not only not be able to forgive her dead self, but she will also not forgive her partner who deceived her. Ryder smiled apologetically.

"Since you have the consciousness to bear the consequences, you don't need to regret your choice. For the short-lived human race, your existence is nothing more than a passerby in my memory. ”

It's really a 'reasonable' reason, vampire monster, in fact, you've been mentally prepared for a long time, right? On the surface, I don't care, but in fact, I must be very sorry that the good relationship will end so quickly. Ryder thought to himself, smiling.

"You have already considered the consequences, and I think that after that, there is a great possibility that the 'eldest lady' will choose to follow the 'instinct' and simply carry out the 'right' thing. So, the final battle will come according to Mina's hopes. ”

That's right, and Mina's 'instincts' can't be ignored. Once the 'instinct' is awakened, the action will not be controlled by the emotion, and the action will simply be carried out the 'right' thing. And subconsciously think about what should be done, and rely on the latter to act.

"My duty is simply to respect her choice and assist in doing so, but not to interfere too much."

But the destined future has really been realized, and Mina's 'instincts' and actions can't allow you not to 'follow'. Ryder, who knows more about the character of the vampire monster, actually understands very well that he will not refuse his partner's 'order' at all, let alone the situation where the relationship is seriously affected.

"Yes, maybe it can be regarded as satisfying the last 'willfulness'."

Putting away the ring, Ryder still thanked the Night Lord for his kindness.

"Thank you very much for your assistance, Vampire Beast. Maybe this is our first and last cooperation, you are indeed the best partner of 'Miss'. ”

"So, Mina will ask you~~"

Hoping that the Vampire Beast can protect Mina, that was Ryder's last commission

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The glitter was so harsh that Mina, who squinted her eyes, could only see a hazy vision, her face dry from the heat.

There was nothing screaming, no screaming, everything was unusually quiet.

It's strange, why did the girl in her arms disappear? It's strange, why is there a sticky, warm, fishy liquid splashed on the face? It's strange, why is it only me who is fine?

In the hazy vision, I only vaguely saw a patch of blood red, and the flesh and remains piled up on the ground! Don't go any further!

Knowing what was happening in reality, knowing that she would never know the truth, Mina still opened her eyes.

“”

All were powerless to resist destruction, as evidenced by the disgusting pieces of flesh scattered on the ground.

There was no screaming, Mina didn't even move her eyebrows, just stared at everything in front of her with empty eyes.

Before the words of self-reproach could be spoken, the blood-colored wreckage completely turned into data, scattered and disappeared, leaving no trace of existence, not even the scarlet liquid on the body; As if nothing had just happened had never existed

Only the only one left behind.

Subconsciously lowered his head and looked at the black string on his chest, and the ring disappeared.

I see, I see, I see

The girl quickly realized the truth, and it was really unforgivable that she had been deceived

The red walls quickly crumbled, and Bram Vampire destroyed the barriers.

"Are you all right?! Hey? Why aren't Kaye and everyone else there? Mina, do you know where everyone is? ”

Realizing that Kaye and the others were gone, the multiwaymon asked Mina, the only one who existed.

“”

"Hey, where the hell is that guy in Yabei?! Hurry up and answer! ”

Seeing that Mina didn't answer, the little demon beast that felt that something was wrong questioned her loudly, but still didn't get a response.

"That's enough, don't talk about that!"

The Black Diplomon, who knew the truth, stopped the two inquiries in a slightly excited tone.

"Our partner is no longer there and we will never see each other again"

"The sudden loss and emptiness, you should also feel it, that is the proof of the termination of the 'contract'"

That's right, only the death of a human partner really means that the 'contract' is broken.

"We still missed it"

Without saying anything, the multi-way beast's voice was full of sadness.

"What's the !? kidding?"

The little monster didn't believe in the reality of their partners' deaths at all, and questioned Mina again.

"That idiot's vitality has always been very tenacious, how could he die! Hey, everything is fake! They must have left us and fled! Right!? ”

"Hedilumon, have you been hiding lies for Ryder?"

Ignoring the little monster's questioning, Mina asked the Hedilummon as if she had just woken up from a dream.

"I respect Ryder's choice"

For the person Ryder really likes, the Madeurmon said in a slightly sad tone.

"I'm sorry, it's my responsibility."

Without blaming the Hemdilumon, Mina apologized softly.

"Hey! What the hell is this?! Why are you just that!! ”

Can't accept Mina, who was 'favored' by the 'God of Luck', can't accept that the white-haired boy deceived everyone for her, can't accept that his partner died so easily, the little monster beast is really angry. When it tried to scold, it was stopped by the multi-way beast covering its mouth.

"That's enough, little monster, it's Mina who is in the saddest mood. What's more, the enemy will appear at any time, and it is not to be taken lightly now! ”

There was no point in arguing, and the multi-way beast believed that the Ogudumon must still be nearby.

"Your 'cooperation' has been successful, Bram Vampire Beast"

Looking at her partner who 'cheated' her, Mina showed an indifferent expression and said in a calm voice.

"I wouldn't blame or anger anyone, which should have been my responsibility, if I had noticed it earlier"

"The only one who survives should bear my due responsibility, and I must not let everyone's hope be because of this"

Is it because the 'heart' is closed? Or is it 'instinct' that 'awakens' again, emotions such as sadness, anger, and despair, Mina doesn't feel anything, only the 'right' choices that should be executed.

“”

Bram Vampire Monster is simply silent about the change of partner and the masked expression of indifference, and in the very obvious truth and 'deception', any explanation will only be counterproductive. I'm afraid she was really disappointed in herself.

Although it's a pity that Mina. Albare is just a passer-by in his own memory. In the last resort, it was enough to just assist her 'instincts'.

[□□□□□□□□―――！！！ ]

Groans of despair, resentment, and creep sounded again. A thick black fog descended from the sky and gathered together, and the Oguduni reappeared.

"Damn! Sure enough, it's here!! ”

Witnessing the reappearance of the Ogudu Beast, the little demon beast had a look of disgust on its face.

"Bram Vampire Beast, prepare for battle. I will assist you in keeping the Ogudumon in check until the Hedilummon are able to master the power of self-evolution and evolve on their own. ”

Calmly anomalous, Mina took out the D-ark and the card and gave instructions; The vampire beast cooperated with her wordlessly.

Moleculemon has said that everyone's Digimon partner has actually met the requirements to maintain its evolutionary form, but it is only because D-ark has limited evolution. The Digimon are designed to maintain a good balance between humans and Digimon partners, and the D-ark function is set to resemble a contractual relationship. If you want to maintain your evolved form permanently, you can only automatically terminate the contract when your human partner loses life.

Now, it's time to end the contract and master your own evolution!

"What a joke! Is it possible to evolve yourself?! ”

The little monster couldn't trust her.

"It can be done, our bodies still have the power to evolve, and the Augudomon only temporarily limits our evolutionary power. Please give us a little time, we will definitely evolve ourselves to assist Bram Vampire in the battle! ”

Interrupting the little demon beast's complaints, the multi-way beast assured calmly and confidently.

"That's right, even without Ryder, I'll evolve Auguston, and I'll definitely make you pay!"

Intense hatred reappeared after a long absence, and the black-dreditter suppressed the anger in his heart, waiting for the time to come.

[Kill you, kill you, kill the last hinder, and I'll do it]

Roaring frantically, the Agoudum trampled towards Mina and the others at speeds beyond the limit.

"Your sorrow will never be fulfilled, and you are doomed to ruin in the prophecy"

Staring at the Auguston, Mina had no emotion in her eyes.

"You stay away from here."

Teleporting in front of Mina, Bram Vampire watched the alien demon attacking him.

The black trajectory kept a distance of about a meter from the prey, and an invisible wall appeared, hindering the enemy's attack. But the Oguduni remained in an offensive stance, trying to break through the powerful defenses.

"Card Swap, Demon Chip."

The use of special abilities means that the consumption of energy will increase, and with her partner, Mina will first use cards to assist him and reduce consumption.

The image captured by the red eye began to distort, and Bram Vampire, who quickly distanced himself from Ogudumon, continued to use his special abilities.

The horizon swayed, and the limbs of the Augustus immediately turned in the opposite direction, twisting.

That's right, it should have been distorted.

Auguston's limbs moved involuntarily, and its lower limbs and neck were forced to bend exaggeratedly in unnatural directions by the force.

But even exaggerated bent limbs can't hurt or break. The structure of the Ogudumon's body cannot be treated according to common sense, and the twisting can only hinder it.

Realizing that his body could not move, and trying to break free from this invisible bondage, the scarlet eyeballs of the Ogudumon emitted a sonatous shockwave of destruction and shot at the Bram Vampire Beast.

"Card draw, silver mirror beast, mirror of generosity; Card swap and strengthen component W. ”

Using two cards very quickly, Mina assists Bram Vampire Monster with a card that counters energy attacks.

Suddenly, a circular shield made of mirrors suddenly appeared in front of Bram's vampire beast, blocking his figure, and the smooth and bright mirror reflected the shockwave of Auguston's destruction.

Holding a mirror shield to withstand the powerful shock wave. But under this powerful impact, Bram's vampire beast's body began to retreat. Eventually, Augustumon's shockwave attack was barely absorbed by the mirror shield.

[GenerousMirror。 (Mirror of Generosity)

Then, the same shockwave burst out of the mirror shield and blasted towards the Auguston.

[□□□□□□□□―――！！ ]

With a roar, Ogudumon unleashed another shockwave of destruction, colliding with the shockwave reflected by Bram's vampire beast.

A violent explosion was generated, and the terrifying power squeezed the surrounding air, rushing wildly in all directions. The black magic spear immediately stretched out from the ground, encircling Mina and the Hemdilummon, protecting them from the impact of the explosion.

Because of the previous battle, the strength of the Agudumon is much less than before, but it still maintains a certain logical thinking while it has the ultimate power of madness. It will not be easy to contain it, and the enemy's goal is still to destroy humanity. So, turn the battlefield into your own advantageous territory.

While pondering, Bram's vampire beast summoned a thick mist.

"Card swap, Darkeye."

Feeling that her vision suddenly became more and more blurry, and the fog appeared without warning, Mina, who understood that it was her partner's ability, once again used the card to help enhance her ability to change the field.

Thick fog clouds shrouded the entire battlefield.

Free, but completely affected by its vision, the Agoudum looked around vigilantly. In the thick fog, there must be something undercurrent.

[！？ ]

It was a strong killing intent, and a huge black hound with six blood-colored eyes suddenly appeared in the sky above the Ogudumon, and the hound opened its mouth to show its sharp teeth, and slammed into the head of the Ogudumon.

Teleportation worked well, and in just a short moment, the prey disappeared under the sharp teeth of the demon dog.

The attack missed, and just as the dog was about to search for prey again, the huge claws appeared without warning and grabbed the dog's head.

The irresistible force grabbed the demon dog and made the demon let out a scream, and its body was crumbling.

While the first demon dog had not disappeared, the second demon dog appeared.

Before the Omega could spot it, the Demon Dog used its infinitely elongated body to wrap around the Omegamon with its own body like a ferocious python, and its toothy mouth bit the neck of its prey.

The paws are released, and the first demon dog is freed.

Imitating his companion, the demon dog with a scarred head tightly wrapped around the other half of the Ogudumon's body with its infinitely elongated body.

The two demon dogs that wrapped their bodies like pythons were still tightening their bodies endlessly.

"Card Swap, Defense Component G; Card swapping, energy transfer. ”

It was a defense-boosting card, and Mina transferred it to the Demon Dog Demon. The demon dog's body was suddenly completely covered with hard metal, and its body was even harder.

Bound by the demon dog, the Oguduni was pinned to the ground, but it intended to use brute force to break free from its bondage. The cracks in the metal on the surface of the demon dog are spreading rapidly, and with the brute strength of the Agudumon, it will surely break free from the restraint in the shortest possible time.

But it doesn't matter, there's enough time.

"Hedilummon, how is the power of evolution mastered?"

Observing the state of the Ogudu Beast with the D-ark image, Mina asks the Hedilummon,

"It's going to evolve soon, so please be patient."

Feeling the power of the body's flow, the Hedilumon was sure that it could evolve the Ultimate Body in a short period of time, and the effect of the Ogudumon that could not evolve in a short period of time quickly disappeared.

"Understood."

Nodding slightly, Mina pulled out her trump card.

"Card swap, Imperial Tyrannosaurus Machine."

Everything was ready, and the powerful power poured into the body of the Bram vampire demonic beast, and felt the surge of power. Bram Vampire Beast concentrated its energy, pouring all its power into the spiral-shaped blood-black spear above its head with two bifurcated tips.

The whole gun exuded an indescribable aura of slaughter.

Bram Vampire then aimed his blood-black spear at Ogudumon.

Aim, lock, and fly out --

-- The Spear of Longinus, Pseudo--

Although it is a fake imitation of the 'Legendary Spear', it is also infinitely close to the 'real thing', and any locked prey cannot change the cause and effect of being penetrated, because when it is released, it has already had the result of 'piercing the opponent', even if you kill the Bram Vampire Monster one step ahead of time, this result cannot be changed, so the trajectory of this gun cannot be canceled.

It was a thunderous blow and a shot of destruction that could not be dodged.

[□□□□□□□□□□―――！！！！ ]

The Agoudumon, whose entire body was pierced by spears, suddenly let out a roar of pain. Although it is deadly, it has not yet reached the effect of instant death. However, the two demon dogs that were entangled in the prey were implicated by the spear penetration, and disappeared into data in a painful roar, completing their mission.

[□□□□□□□―――！！！！ ]

Roaring in anger, the Agodumon, as it tried to smash the abominable vampire to pieces, was completely blocked by the spear that pierced its body.

"Ogudu Beast -- !!"

With a piercing roar, the Fallen Hell Beast flew into the battlefield in the blink of an eye.

Sure enough, the effect of not being able to evolve for a short time is gone, and they can evolve into the ultimate body on their own.

"Lightmon (Ogudumon), I'm going to kill you"

Lilithmon let out a creepy grumbling sound.

"You've been thoroughly by you, Auguston. However, your hopes will soon be dashed, and death is not the end. ”

The re-evolved Alpha Beast calmly uttered meaningful words, believing that Igudo Rahir would not break his word.

[Can't end my wish can't]

With a muffled voice, Ogudumon was resolute in the face of the three Ultimate Digimon that had reappeared, and it came to its senses.

Don't think that level of threat will make me give up! I will be the god of the new world! The world needs me to help! I will never give up! Never!!

So, Ogudumon decided to give it a go, and it was time to use the 'self-preservation' trick.

Foolish human beings, be my food! Your flesh, your life, your soul, I will devour it all and turn it into a source of my strength!

By making the man who had been imprisoned in the inner Digicore a 'sacrifice' and turning his life force into power, the body of the Agudumon is returning to its original state at a speed visible to the naked eye. The spear that pierced through his body was forcefully pulled out by his outstretched claws and discarded aside. In just a few seconds, the huge wound that pierced through the body and the broken eyeball were all healing.

In addition to the loss of the 'Crest of Sin' not reappearing, the Alien Demon has once again reached its heyday.

"Haha, is there another decisive battle? But it's already a last battle. ”

The Alpha Beast said in a relaxed tone, but they were coldly looked at by Lilithmon and the Fallen Hell Beast, and they must have been in a very bad mood.

"We won't make the same 'mistakes' again"

Stretching out its palm, Alphamon once again summoned a huge spherical barrier composed of white data lines to appear, enveloping the entire Agudumon and limiting its range of movement.

That way, Mina won't be threatened anymore.

"You can be left alone to keep her safe."

Considering the last person left behind, the Alphamon who thinks about his companions hopes that Bram Vampire Monster will protect the safety of his partner.

"No, she can 'bear' on her own, and I won't add a new 'burden' to her."

Bram Vampire Monster subconsciously looked back on the past, as if everything was no longer in the time when the two got along together and trusted each other. Looking at Mina, who was keeping a distance, her eyes were dim and cold, and she was rejecting herself. Maybe it's better to be alone and let your partner 'calm down'. He said in an extremely calm and flat voice.

"Well, you do need to be apart for a while and calm down on your own."

Sighing helplessly, the Alphamon respected his thoughts.

“”

Looking away from Bram's vampire monster, Mina's expression was heavy, but she didn't say anything, just quietly watched as the Alphamon entered the enchantment ball to defeat Ogudumon again.

Perhaps, it should really be over